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Tenant has a service dog and got notice to remove animal within 7 days.

Tenant has a service dog and got notice to remove animal within 7 days.

Q: Is it illegal to kick someone out with a service dog?

Yes, it is illegal to evict someone solely because they have a service dog under the Fair Housing Act. Landlords must allow service animals, and eviction can only occur for legitimate reasons unrelated to the dog's presence. Tenants should keep records of any complaints or notices they receive regarding their service animal.

Q: What is NC law on service animals?

In North Carolina, service animals are protected under the ADA and the Fair Housing Act. This means that individuals with disabilities can have service dogs in public and in housing. Landlords cannot refuse to rent to someone because they have a service dog unless there are valid reasons unrelated to the animal's presence.

Q: How do landlords verify service animals?

Landlords can ask two specific questions to verify a service animal: whether the dog is required because of a disability and what tasks the dog has been trained to perform. They cannot ask for documentation or details about the person's disability. It's important for tenants to be prepared to answer these questions if asked.

Full question:

Tenant has a service dog and got notice to remove animal within 7 days based on supposinly several complaints but no complaints have been made except one by the rental property secretary who just moved in and the snap is a registered service animal what can tenant do to stop this besides all tenants in apt complex signing that they never complained and are pissed that this has happened secretary using position in real estate Co to elevate her position as tenant over other tenants

Category: Landlord Tenant
Subcategory: Pets
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Nevada

Answer:

Under Federal Law service dogs cannot be prohibited from apartments or rental units. This is controlled by the Fair Housing Act. Unless there are grounds not related to your merely having the dog you cannot be evicted.

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FAQs

What is the law for service dogs in Florida?

In Florida, service dogs are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Housing Act. These laws allow individuals with disabilities to have service dogs in public places and housing, regardless of pet policies. Landlords cannot deny housing based on the presence of a service dog unless there are legitimate reasons unrelated to the dog's presence. It's important to provide proper documentation if requested.

Is it illegal to kick out someone with a service dog?

Yes, it is generally illegal to evict someone with a service dog under the Fair Housing Act. Landlords cannot terminate a lease or evict a tenant solely because they have a service dog, unless there are valid, non-discriminatory reasons. Tenants should document any communication regarding their service dog to protect their rights.

Can a hotel turn you away if you have a service dog?

No, hotels cannot turn away guests with service dogs under the ADA. Service dogs are considered necessary for individuals with disabilities, and hotels must accommodate them. However, hotels can ask if the dog is a service animal and what tasks it performs, but they cannot request documentation or ask for the dog's training details.